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The colony, which began with bad men, was increased by worse.
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Sumner critiques the moral degradation of the Virginia colony, suggesting it began with poor character.
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It applies an arrogant and unrelenting ostracism to all who express themselves against Slavery.
Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
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